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Schoepfia stenophylla

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Schoepfia stenophylla faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits dry coastal forests and scrublands of the Caribbean, typically growing in limestone-derived soils. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and well-drained substrates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Schoepfia stenophylla classified as Endangered?
Schoepfia stenophylla is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Schoepfia stenophylla faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Schoepfia stenophylla live?
Schoepfia stenophylla occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Schoepfia stenophylla?
The main threats to Schoepfia stenophylla are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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